Details

　　Open Date 01/16/2024

　　Requisition Number PRN37446B

　　Job Title PS Study Coordinator

　　Working Title Study Coordinator

　　Job Grade D

　　FLSA Code Administrative

　　Patient Sensitive Job Code? Yes

　　Standard Hours per Week 40

　　Full Time or Part Time? Full Time

　　Shift Day

　　Work Schedule Summary

　　Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm

　　VP Area U of U Health - Academics

　　Department 00848 - Pediatric Administration

　　Location Campus

　　City Salt Lake City, UT

　　Type of Recruitment External Posting

　　Pay Rate Range $31,600 - $55,621

　　Close Date

　　Open Until Filled Yes

　　Job Summary

　　Job Summary

　　The Division of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology at the University of Utah School of Medicine has an immediate opening for a Study Coordinator. The Study Coordinator will support multiple investigators and will have the opportunity to help with a variety of research projects. Working under the direction of a senior research coordinator or manager, the Study Coordinator supports administrative operations and coordination of human subjects’ research studies.

　　The Study Coordinator will perform a variety of duties in accordance with specific instructions and established work procedures, typically under close supervision. The Study Coordinator will follow written and verbal instructions to accomplish assignments, sometimes of a routine and repetitive nature, and is expected to work collaboratively with research and clinical care teams. They will work with senior staff to coordinate technical and administrative details involved in research studies, as well as assist the Principal Investigator (PI) and senior staff in achieving study integrity and objectives. The ideal candidate should at a minimum demonstrate interest in and the ability to perform the essential tasks relevant to the conduction and coordination of division research activities. Training in study-specific areas will be provided.

　　Qualified applicants will demonstrate the ability to manage multiple aspects of ongoing research studies, and to work cooperatively with others in a research team.

　　Coordinates technical and administrative details involved in a clinical or research study. Assists the Principal Investigator in achieving study integrity and objectives through the successful implementation and completion of protocols and procedures.

　　The University of Utah offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

　　Excellenthealth care coverage (https://www.hr.utah.edu/forms/lib/SummaryComparisonEmployeeHCP.pdf) at affordable rates14.2% retirement contributions (https://www.hr.utah.edu/benefits/retire\_401aPlan.php) that vest immediatelyGenerouspaid leave time (https://www.hr.utah.edu/benefits/paidLeave.php)11 paid Holidays per year50% tuition reduction (https://www.hr.utah.edu/benefits/tuition.php) for employee, spouse, and dependent childrenFlex spending accounts (https://www.hr.utah.edu/benefits/fsa.php)Free transit on most UTA servicesEmployee discounts on a variety of products and services including cell phones & plans, entertainment, health and fitness, restaurants, retail, and travelProfessional development opportunitiesAdditional benefits information is available atwww.hr.utah.edu/benefits (https://benefits.utah.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/78/2023/04/Summary-Comparison-2023\_OE-only.pdf)

　　Responsibilities

　　Essential Functions

　　1. Assesses protocol for clarity and subject safety, reviews inclusion/exclusion criteria; clarifies concerns and questions with Principal Investigator and sponsor.

　　2. Attends and participates in Investigator and staff meetings. Advises team regarding specific study assignments and timelines.

　　3. Explains and obtains informed consent, medical history and demographics; documents in source file and maintains with historical data, status reports, progress notes, and subject log to help ensure subject safety.

　　4. Register patients on clinical trials utilizing the appropriate registration process determined by the study group.

　　5. Prepare documents for each newly diagnosed patient to include protocol consent, eligibility and

　　6. pre-treatment requirements.

　　7. Organizes and prepares study related equipment and supplies. Assists other staff in enrollment preparation and completion, including preparation of consents and lab kits.

　　8. Determines length of visits and coordinates related facility and equipment availability.

　　9. Documents all protocol deviations, reconciles test article accountability at study close out and prepares summary report for sponsor.

　　10. Completes, audits, corrects CRFs, relays CRFs to sponsor.

　　11. Enters information into databases, and prepares documentation for submissions as appropriate (redacting, etc.). May assist in data quality control projects.

　　12. Attends and participates in Investigator and staff meetings. Assists team with specific study assignments and timelines.

　　13. Complete study related follow-ups and related patient or family contact as necessitated by protocol.

　　14. Maintains documents as required by FDA guidelines.

　　15. May interact with clinical care teams, patients, and families.

　　16. May maintain contact with IRB and prepare and submit IRB documents.

　　17. May ensure proper collection, processing and shipment of specimens.

　　18. May perform functions required of the Clinical Research Assistant as necessary.

　　19. Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

　　Problem Solving

　　Incumbents are responsible for coordinating the daily operations of their assigned research team, coordinating the orderly and safe flow of the research project and maintaining adequate resources for the PI to accomplish their research objectives.

　　Comments

　　Work Environment and Level of Frequency that may be required

　　Nearly Continuously: Office environment.

　　Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required

　　Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.

　　Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.

　　Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.

　　The staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient’s status and provide care as described in the department’s policies and procedures manual.

　　Disclaimer

　　This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

　　Minimum Qualifications

　　Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) required. IRB CITI Course in the Protection of Human Research subjects certificate obtained within six months of hire and demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills are also required.

　　This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.

　　Some departments may require IATA DGR training within six months.

　　Preferences

　　Type Benefited Staff

　　Special Instructions Summary

　　Additional Information

　　To inquire about this posting, email: [email protected] (%[email protected]) or call 801-581-2300.

　　The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

　　This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

　　The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.

　　Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

　　The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

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